Bliss.

{via our incredible photographer, Ms. Sarah Blesener!}

There aren't enough words to thank everyone who shared in our day, who helped make our wedding a dream come true. It was an amazing, unforgettable day, one filled with happiness. Andrew and I are so blessed to have such wonderful friends and family and we're so grateful you were all there to help us celebrate. That's the thing I remember most from Saturday - this indescribable feeling of being surrounded by love all day long. 

More photos will be up soon, some are already posted to FB (confession: I can't stop looking at them; it's as if I'm seeing them for the first time every single time). I can't wait to see more! This weekend we're taking a "mini-moon" to Chicago, and enjoying our first little vacation as a married couple. 

Much love to you all! 

#nak824wedding, for those still following along! :) 

10, 9, 8...

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This summer. Full of planning menus, programs, and schedules and buying more stamps in three months than I think I've ever purchased in my entire life (fine, a bit of an exaggeration, but work with me). In the craziness that is planning a wedding, one can forget that it is, after all, one day. It will, of course, be a wonderful day, no matter what happens, because we get to share our love with those we love most. And while that day has been at the center of our minds for months now, I know that what's to come in the days, months, and years after that day is even more important and more wonderful. The commitment we're making for all our lives is the true celebration, and I can't wait to see how it all turns out. 

In the middle of all of this planning, we've still had plenty of time to enjoy life's "little pleasures" - walks to the lake, making dinner for ourselves (AND for friends and family who have visited!), iced coffee breaks outside. The summer has flown by, and I know this week will, too. I'm going to try to savor les petits bonheurs for as long as I can; I don't want to forget a thing. 

This will probably be the last post that's up before we're married. Married! I'm blown away by the support of our family and friends, all those who have rallied around us since the beginning. We can't wait to share the day with you, and are so thankful to be surrounded by our favorite people as we start our new life as husband and wife. 

Andrew - I can't wait to marry you!!!